Not Having Fun in Your Relationship? Here’s How to Fix It

When we envision a life with our partner that is full of livelihood and adventure – we are honoring the hopes and ambitions of nourishing our relationship. Likewise, we achieve success in our relationships through hard work and dedication. Moreover, even small moments of joy can improve and rebuild your foundation. 

There are a few quick and easy steps you can try this week!

First, prioritize joy – remind yourself of why you are with your partner and find time to relive those emotions. Occasionally we may find ourselves exhausted and unable to spark up interesting conversations. Yet, prioritizing joy in your relationship means allowing yourself to say “no” to other tasks during the day that demands much of your time and energy. Some tasks can be saved for later and will give you the chance to regain some energy that could be put toward your partner. 

Second, don’t wait for fun! Many of us fantasize about taking long getaways or vacations just to have fun, although a little creativity can bring amusement into otherwise dull activities. For example, send a flirty emoji in the middle of a work day, or run errands together instead of alone. 

Third, organize and schedule your adventures! Occasionally “working on your relationship” requires planning and carving time out. Moreover, many couples find that planning date ideas can be quite productive. Enjoying a date night is essential in a relationship and promotes better communication. So begin to create an activity planner and make a game out of choosing your favorite date ideas! 

Relationships can be difficult and can often feel like a bitter pill to swallow – however, life would be so much easier for you and your partner if you remember these three tips. Overall, bring the excitement and adventure back into your lives and have fun!

However, our great intentions can be undermined when our hard work suppresses the spark of our relationships. 

Edited by TLC Intern: Ashley Fano